Nutritional Facts

Directions

In a small bowl, mix espresso powder and water until smooth; cool. In a large bowl, beat the Mascarpone cheese, confectioners' sugar, cream, vanilla and espresso mixture on medium speed until creamy and slightly thickened (do not overmix). Spread between cake layers.Yield: 2-1/4 cups.

Originally published as Espresso Filling in Taste of Home
November 2011, p50